Palm oil (Elaeis guineensis) is the world’s leading vegetable oil. Its vast plantations have displaced tropical forests and are a major contributor to deforestation and […]
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Significance of the Laws of Thermodynamics in Metabolic Reactions
Energy conversions whether it is in a physical, chemical or biological system are all dependent on the Laws of Thermodynamics. These laws can, in a […]
Read moreKomodo Dragon – The Behemoth of the Reptile World
Komodo dragons are apex predators in their environment and can hunt from land or sea. They can consume up to 80% of their body weight […]
Read moreWhat is Atmospheric River Storm? How do they Impact Climate?
A “Pineapple Express”-type atmospheric river storm once drenched California, prompting massive flooding and a spillway emergency. But it was just one of many atmospheric rivers […]
Read moreKomodo Dragon – Habitat and Survival Instincts
A habitat is an area that provides all of the elements an organism needs to survive. These include shelter, food, water and space. Adult Komodo […]
Read moreSignificance Of Displacement Activity in Animal Behavior
What is displacement activity in animals? When an animal is in a stressful state, it would sometimes display a behavior that is totally out of […]
Read moreCharacteristics of Fresh Water Habitat – Physical, BioChemical
Water has many special chemical properties that make it essential for supporting life. These are mainly due to its molecular structure. Contemporary fresh waters are […]
Read moreHow to Measure the Bite Force of a Tiger
What is the bite force of a tiger? The bite force of a tiger is one of the strongest in the world. It is estimated […]
Read moreMigratory Birds – How to Know their Flight Path and Destination
Migratory birds can cover amazing distances on their migration journeys. They make countless adjustments in both their morphology and physiology to prepare for long flights. […]
Read moreMicrobial Bioremediation – How to Clean up Oil Spill with Microbes
Scientists have found that a naturally occurring bacteria called Alcanivorax borkumensis can help to clean up oil spills. This bacteria lives in all the world’s […]
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